HKS

HKS super Mega Flow Intake

[4/22/2003] Reviewed by: Brian

Applicable to: '90 - '97 1.8 liter

Filter is green and has a honeycomb
shape, which looks nice under the hood. The transition hose is purple with white
"HKS" lettering on it.

Overall I am very pleased with the
product. Installation was easy and straightfoward. The directions were clear,
with somewhat useful pictures. However, others have expressed difficulty when
unplugging the MAF plug (mass air flow) from the MAF meter itself, which I did
not encounter. As long as you are careful, take your time, and use the appropriate
tool (i.e. don't pull by the wires!), this step should not present any problems.
As far as performance, I did notice increased throttle response, however modest,
as well as a nice growl eminating from the engine under acceleration. My only
concern is the location of the intake itself. Because it is situated next to
the exhaust manifold heat shield, I wonder if the air being sucked into the
engine is hot, and thus not as beneficial as cooler air.

Overall this is a quality piece at
an affordable price. When combined with a quality high-flow cat back exhaust,
this intake will yield it's greatest benefits.

Under 30 minutes to remove completely

HKS PowerFlow Intake

[4/6/2003] Reviewed by: Nathan Fry
- sylentprofet@surewest.net

Applicable to: '90 - '97 1.6 liter

HKS PowerFlow Intake with Free Flowing
Air Filter

On the whole, it was good. The difference
is definitely noticeable, with a quicker 0-60 and more of an exhaust growl.
Just be sure not to mess up your MAF... Don't even get me started...

HKS Superflow-follow up

HKS Intake

So far so good, thorough cleaning
in mild soap, zippy again.

Read in the 96 TECH about some poor
guy who installed an HKS intake system and yanked and wound up replacing the
mass air sensor unit. He didn't have to. I did the same thing, as in install
the unit and accidentally pulled the wires going into it. The key here if you're
car won't start (whether you install an HKS unit or not) is to pull off the
little black cover on the mass air sensor unit. Chances are the solder was torn
form the wiring. Easy fix with a soldering gun. Otherwise, the mass air unit's
is gonna cost SEVERAL hundred bucks. You know when you messed up the sensor
when you car won't start.